Dear Athletes!
The latest issue of Colorado Runner Magazine, a great article in Running Stats, and an article in Tuesday's Denver Post, reminded me to focus on the US Olympic Team Men's Marathon Trials on November 3rd in New York City's Central Park. Our Men's Olympic Team will be determined by that race and Colorado will have a variety of connections. It may very well be our best overall selected team since the 1980 team that didn't participate! You can tune in online for the streaming broadcast at www.NBCSports.com and watch the start live on NBC's Today Show at 5:35am Mountain Time.
Practically the entire world knows how difficult the conditions were at this October's Chicago Marathon. From that moment, reasonable people have been discussing how the face of "marathoning" might change. Two ideas seem to make sense (beyond the obvious supply and logistics enhancements): 1. Require participants to demonstrate they have completed a half marathon in at least 2 hrs 30 min in the previous 12 months. 2. Require first time marathoners to produce a certificate that demonstrates they have completed a recognized marathon training program. It will be a serious part of this November's Road Race Management Race Director's National meeting in Ft Lauderdale.
Turning back to my original subject, our tough Olympic hopefuls, I cheer them on in advance. Like the Colorado Rockies, they inspire us to reach for higher goals and to fight through the difficult and sometimes tedious training. As the guys fight for those 3 US Team positions banging out 4:55 miles, we all should be recommitted to being the best possible recreational athlete whether it's through walking, running, riding, swimming or another sport that I'm omitting. It's good for our families, our professional lives and our health!
Have fun and maybe I'll see you at the Race For Hope or the Turkey Trot!
Creigh
Website of the Month: www.chasingglory.com
Red Thread Run 5k - November 3
Denver City Park, Celebrating Adoption
Domestic, International, Kinship, Foster/Adoptions & National Adoption Month
Presented by AAC Adoption & Family Network, Inc.
Any and All Red Thread Run proceeds to be donated in the name of Red Thread Run to International and Domestic adoption grant programs throughout the adoption community.
If you have been touched by adoption this is the event for you ~~~~~~~~~~~
Littleton Stride 10k and 5k - November 4
Littleton Stride
10K Run, 5K Run, 5K Walk, 1K Fun Run
Sunday, November 4, 2007
Join us for the 12th annual Littleton Stride on Sunday, November 4, 2007. Something for everyone – 10K run, 5K run, 5K walk, and a 1K family fun run. The event will be held at beautiful Ketring Park in Littleton . Runners and walkers of all ages share in the fun. The proceeds from this event support the Littleton Public Schools Foundation grant programs. Call 303-347-3479 for more information, or register online at www.getmeregistered.com/LittletonStride
TTTS Race for Hope 5k - November 11
The
TTTS Race for Hope, presented by Littleton and Parker Adventist Hospitals,
is a premier national series that raises awareness about fetal syndromes,
such as Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, and distresses with proceeds
benefiting the Fetal Hope Foundation. The TTTS RFH (Race for Hope)
encompasses health, fights against obesity in both adults and our children,
as well as most importantly highlights awareness for and the hope that
exists for expecting parents who have been diagnosed with a fetal syndrome.
Come join over 1,000 participants in the largest event in the national series that includes:
5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run
NOMOTC Family Festival, games, jumping castles, face painting
Wonderful food, beverages, Michelob Ultra's beer garden, and great samples
Prizes to top finishers, and $$$$ worth of other prizes
Course entertainment and Celebrity autographs
Stroller, Twins, and Team competitive divisions
COME FOR AN EXPERIENCE, LEAVE WITH A MEMORY! Go to www.TTTSRaceforHope.org and register today!
Gobble Wobble - November 17
Inaugural Gobble Wobble 5K Race & Walk – Saturday, November 17th; 9:00 AM start; Green Valley Ranch Recreation Center
Join us for the inaugural Gobble Wobble, presented by the Green Valley Ranch Foundation, in support of the Far Northeast Principals Leadership Council and the nearly 12,000 students who attend one of 18 schools in the network. Proceeds benefit the development of school-ready, college-ready, and career-ready initiatives with the network. Race day registration available or register at either the Aurora or Denver Runner’s Roost.
Mile High United Way Turkey Trot - November 22
Mile High United Way
Annual Turkey Trot
Thursday, November
22, 2007
Work off some calories on Thanksgiving Day at this 4-mile run/walk to benefit Mile High United Way’s Adult Self Sufficiency Initiative. Proceeds will go to Denver’s Road Home, our community’s plan to end homelessness in 10 years. Bring your friends and family to this exciting holiday tradition at Washington Park in Denver, Colorado.
Now available: Event Volunteer Registration
Presenting Sponsor: Compass Bank
Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis - December 9
The Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis will be held in Denver on Sunday, December 9 at Washington Park. Registration begins at 8A, with a race start of 10:15A. This race has proven to be a community favorite, attracting approximately 2,000 attendees and raising more than $50,000 for the Arthritis Foundation. The race is USATF certified. The Jingle Bell Run/Walk is a festive, holiday-themed event in a pet-friendly and family-oriented environment, offering costume contests starting at 9:45A, a children’s 1K Snowman Scramble at 9:30A and a Sponsor Expo where participants can socialize with other attendees, enjoy refreshments, visit exhibitor booths and attend the awards ceremony. All proceeds benefit the Rocky Mountain Chapter of The Arthritis Foundation. For more information about the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis or to register please visit www.jinglebellrundenver.org or call 303-756-8622 ext. 230
The Wellness Wizard
How Frequent Should I Race?
There are obviously a number of great options for racing this time of year. But with all of the options – how often should you actually get out there? Well, like most things, it depends!
· Need some motivation? I don’t know about you, but my workouts are ALWAYS better when I’ve got a race around the corner.
· If you’re fighting a nagging injury, you may want to dial down the number of races this fall. It’s a lot easier to control your intensity (or take a break) during a workout than it is in the midst of a race.
· How well do you turn up the juice during your intense workouts (like Tempo runs)? If the fire power is often lacking, then frequent racing may be your best technique for getting faster over the long haul. If you do decide to take this approach, be sure to identify your “A,” “B,” and “C” races. Frequent racing is not a good technique if you treat every race exactly the same. In fact, I’d recommend committing to your races through your shoe selection – Racing flats for “A” races, and Training shoes for the others.
· Time can also be a hindrance or benefit to racing. Obviously a 10K race takes quite a bit longer (driving time, etc) than a 6 mile run around your neighborhood, which may negatively impact family or friend time. But why not take Gator and make Gatorade? Look for ways to get your family and friends involved. Invite them to run with you, meet for lunch, or plan an “outing” near the race. Any of these can create the best of both worlds
Be Well... and Do Good
Brad Cooper, MSPT, ATC
Direct Line: 303 521 1570
Nationwide: 800 910 9425
BCooper@USCorporateWellness.com
Runner's Edge of the Rockies
Fired up after an awesome summer of training and looking for your next challenge? Peeved at Mother Nature's behavior this fall and hoping to take on another race? Burned out from "hard core" training, but still need to maintain good fitness through the holiday season? Looking for a proven training program that will provide results and perhaps a new PR? Thinking about a base for 2008 races? Just getting started? Whatever your experience, ability, reason, race or goal... Get ready for the 2007 Winter Training Session!
Our 9-week training session will begin Saturday morning, November 10th. Start small and easy with our Maintenance/Base-Building program, or if you're targeting a half or full marathon in December/January get the customized training plan you need to go the distance. And as always, we'll provide the fun, social, supportive, knowledgeable, and proven approach that will take your training to the next level! For complete information on Runner's Edge of the Rockies, the first run of the 2007 Winter Training Session and how to get registered, please visit: www.RunnersEdgeoftheRockies.com
Coaches David & Julie Manthey